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Hu X, Lu J, Wang Y, Pang R, Liu J, Gou X, Bai X, Zhang A, Cheng H, Wang Q, Chang Y, Yin J, Chang C, Xiao H, Wang W. Effects of a lower limb walking exoskeleton on quality of life and activities of daily living in patients with complete spinal cord injury: A randomized controlled trial. Technol Health Care 2024; 32:243-253. [PMID: 37483030 DOI: 10.3233/thc-220871] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/25/2023]
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BACKGROUND In recent years, lower limb walking exoskeletons have been widely used in the study of spinal cord injury (SCI). OBJECTIVE To explore the effect of a lower limb walking exoskeleton on quality of life and functional independence in patients with motor complete SCI. METHODS This was a multi-center, single blind, randomized controlled trial. A total of 16 SCI patients were randomly assigned to either the exoskeleton-assisted walking (EAW) group (n= 8) or the conventional group (n= 8). Both groups received conventional rehabilitation training, including aerobic exercise and strength training. The EAW group additionally conducted the exoskeleton-assisted walking training using an AIDER powered robotic exoskeleton for 40-50 minutes, 5 times/week for 8 weeks. World Health Organization quality of life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) and the Spinal Cord Independence Measure III (SCIM-III) were used for assessment before and after training. RESULTS There was an increasing tendency of scores in the psychological health, physical health, and social relationships domain of WHOQOL-BREF in the EAW group after the intervention compared with the pre-intervention period, but there was no significant difference (P> 0.05). SCIM-III scores increased in both groups compared to pre-training, with only the conventional group showing a significant difference after 8 weeks of training (P< 0.05). CONCLUSION A lower limb walking exoskeleton may have potential benefits for quality of life and activities of daily living in patients with motor complete SCI.
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- Xiaomin Hu
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- The Eighth People's Hospital of Chengdu, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Shanghai Fourth People's Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- University of Electronic Science and Technology, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Chengdu Gulian Jinchen Rehabilitation Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Sichuan Rehabilitation Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
- College of Medicine, Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The Western Theater General Hospital, Chengdu, China
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Ilan Y. Variability in exercise is linked to improved age-related dysfunctions: A potential role for the constrained-disorder principle-based second-generation artificial intelligence system. Res Sq 2023:rs.3.rs-3671709. [PMID: 38196652 PMCID: PMC10775380 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3671709/v1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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Objective: Regular physical activity (PA) promotes mental and physical health. Nevertheless, inactivity is a worldwide pandemic, and methods to augment exercise benefits are required. The constrained disorder principle (CDP) characterizes biological systems based on their inherent variability. We aimed to investigate the association between intra-individual variability in PA and disability among non-athlete adults. Methods: In this retrospective analysis of the longitudinal SHARE survey, we included non-disabled adults aged >50 with at least six visits over 14 years. Self-reported PA frequency was documented bi- to triennially. Low PA intensity was defined as vigorous PA frequency less than once a week. Stable PA was described as an unchanged PA intensity in all consecutive middle observations. The primary outcome was defined as a physical limitation in everyday activities at the end of the survey. Secondary outcomes were cognitive functions, including short-term memory, long-term memory, and verbal fluency. Results: The study included 2,049 non-disabled adults with a mean age of 53 and 49.1% women. In the initially high PA intensity group, variability in PA was associated with increased physical disability prevalence (23.3% vs. 33.2%, stable vs. unstable PA ; P<0.01; adjusted P<0.01). In the initially low PA intensity group, variability was associated with a reduced physical disability (45.6% vs. 33.3%, stable vs. unstable PA ; P=0.02; adjusted P=0.03). There were no statistically significant differences in cognitive parameters between the groups. Among individuals with the same low PA intensity at the beginning and end of follow-up, variability was associated with reduced physical disability (56.9% vs. 36.5%, stable vs. unstable PA ; P=0.02; adjusted P=0.04) and improved short-term memory (score change: -0.28 vs. +0.29, stable vs. unstable PA ; P=0.05). Conclusion: Incorporating variability into PA regimens of inactive adults may enhance their physical and cognitive benefits.
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Adar O, Hollander A, Ilan Y. The Constrained Disorder Principle Accounts for the Variability That Characterizes Breathing: A Method for Treating Chronic Respiratory Diseases and Improving Mechanical Ventilation. Adv Respir Med 2023; 91:350-367. [PMID: 37736974 PMCID: PMC10514877 DOI: 10.3390/arm91050028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023]
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Variability characterizes breathing, cellular respiration, and the underlying quantum effects. Variability serves as a mechanism for coping with changing environments; however, this hypothesis does not explain why many of the variable phenomena of respiration manifest randomness. According to the constrained disorder principle (CDP), living organisms are defined by their inherent disorder bounded by variable boundaries. The present paper describes the mechanisms of breathing and cellular respiration, focusing on their inherent variability. It defines how the CDP accounts for the variability and randomness in breathing and respiration. It also provides a scheme for the potential role of respiration variability in the energy balance in biological systems. The paper describes the option of using CDP-based artificial intelligence platforms to augment the respiratory process's efficiency, correct malfunctions, and treat disorders associated with the respiratory system.
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- Ofek Adar
- Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem P.O. Box 1200, Israel; (O.A.); (A.H.)
- Department of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem P.O. Box 1200, Israel
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- Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem P.O. Box 1200, Israel; (O.A.); (A.H.)
- Department of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem P.O. Box 1200, Israel
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- Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem P.O. Box 1200, Israel; (O.A.); (A.H.)
- Department of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem P.O. Box 1200, Israel
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Hurvitz N, Ilan Y. The Constrained-Disorder Principle Assists in Overcoming Significant Challenges in Digital Health: Moving from "Nice to Have" to Mandatory Systems. Clin Pract 2023; 13:994-1014. [PMID: 37623270 PMCID: PMC10453547 DOI: 10.3390/clinpract13040089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Revised: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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The success of artificial intelligence depends on whether it can penetrate the boundaries of evidence-based medicine, the lack of policies, and the resistance of medical professionals to its use. The failure of digital health to meet expectations requires rethinking some of the challenges faced. We discuss some of the most significant challenges faced by patients, physicians, payers, pharmaceutical companies, and health systems in the digital world. The goal of healthcare systems is to improve outcomes. Assisting in diagnosing, collecting data, and simplifying processes is a "nice to have" tool, but it is not essential. Many of these systems have yet to be shown to improve outcomes. Current outcome-based expectations and economic constraints make "nice to have," "assists," and "ease processes" insufficient. Complex biological systems are defined by their inherent disorder, bounded by dynamic boundaries, as described by the constrained disorder principle (CDP). It provides a platform for correcting systems' malfunctions by regulating their degree of variability. A CDP-based second-generation artificial intelligence system provides solutions to some challenges digital health faces. Therapeutic interventions are held to improve outcomes with these systems. In addition to improving clinically meaningful endpoints, CDP-based second-generation algorithms ensure patient and physician engagement and reduce the health system's costs.
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- Hadassah Medical Center, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, POB 1200, Jerusalem IL91120, Israel;
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Sigawi T, Ilan Y. Using Constrained-Disorder Principle-Based Systems to Improve the Performance of Digital Twins in Biological Systems. Biomimetics (Basel) 2023; 8:359. [PMID: 37622964 PMCID: PMC10452845 DOI: 10.3390/biomimetics8040359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2023] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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Digital twins are computer programs that use real-world data to create simulations that predict the performance of processes, products, and systems. Digital twins may integrate artificial intelligence to improve their outputs. Models for dealing with uncertainties and noise are used to improve the accuracy of digital twins. Most currently used systems aim to reduce noise to improve their outputs. Nevertheless, biological systems are characterized by inherent variability, which is necessary for their proper function. The constrained-disorder principle defines living systems as having a disorder as part of their existence and proper operation while kept within dynamic boundaries. In the present paper, we review the role of noise in complex systems and its use in bioengineering. We describe the use of digital twins for medical applications and current methods for dealing with noise and uncertainties in modeling. The paper presents methods to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of digital twin systems by continuously implementing variability signatures while simultaneously reducing unwanted noise in their inputs and outputs. Accounting for the noisy internal and external environments of complex biological systems is necessary for the future design of improved, more accurate digital twins.
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- Department of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem P.O. Box 12000, Israel;
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Ilan Y. Constrained disorder principle-based variability is fundamental for biological processes: Beyond biological relativity and physiological regulatory networks. Prog Biophys Mol Biol 2023; 180-181:37-48. [PMID: 37068713 DOI: 10.1016/j.pbiomolbio.2023.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Revised: 03/26/2023] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/19/2023]
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The constrained disorder principle (CDP) defines systems based on their degree of disorder bounded by dynamic boundaries. The principle explains stochasticity in living and non-living systems. Denis Noble described the importance of stochasticity in biology, emphasizing stochastic processes at molecular, cellular, and higher levels in organisms as having a role beyond simple noise. The CDP and Noble's theories (NT) claim that biological systems use stochasticity. This paper presents the CDP and NT, discussing common notions and differences between the two theories. The paper presents the CDP-based concept of taking the disorder beyond its role in nature to correct malfunctions of systems and improve the efficiency of biological systems. The use of CDP-based algorithms embedded in second-generation artificial intelligence platforms is described. In summary, noise is inherent to complex systems and has a functional role. The CDP provides the option of using noise to improve functionality.
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- Yaron Ilan
- Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Department of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel.
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Gelman R, Hurvitz N, Nesserat R, Kolben Y, Nachman D, Jamil K, Agus S, Asleh R, Amir O, Berg M, Ilan Y. A second-generation artificial intelligence-based therapeutic regimen improves diuretic resistance in heart failure: Results of a feasibility open-labeled clinical trial. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 161:114334. [PMID: 36905809 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.114334] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 01/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/27/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Diuretics are a mainstay therapy for congestive heart failure (CHF); however, over one-third of patients develop diuretic resistance. Second-generation artificial intelligence (AI) systems introduce variability into treatment regimens to overcome the compensatory mechanisms underlying the loss of effectiveness of diuretics. This open-labeled, proof-of-concept clinical trial sought to investigate the ability to improve diuretic resistance by implementing algorithm-controlled therapeutic regimens. METHODS Ten CHF patients with diuretic resistance were enrolled in an open-labeled trial where the Altus Care™ app managed diuretics' dosage and administration times. The app provides a personalized therapeutic regimen creating variability in dosages and administration times within pre-defined ranges. Response to therapy was measured by the Kansas City Cardiomyopathy Questionnaire (KCCQ) score, 6-minute walk test (SMW), N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) levels, and renal function. RESULTS The second-generation, AI-based, personalized regimen alleviated diuretic resistance. All evaluable patients demonstrated clinical improvement within ten weeks of intervention. A dose reduction (based on a three-week average before and last three weeks of intervention) was achieved in 7/10 patients (70 %, p = 0.042). The KCCQ score improved in 9/10 (90 %, p = 0.002), the SMW improved in 9/9 (100 %, p = 0.006), NT-proBNP was decreased in 7/10 (70 %, p = 0.02), and serum creatinine was decreased in 6/10 (60 %, p = 0.05). The intervention was associated with reduced number of emergency room visits and the number of CHF-associated hospitalizations. SUMMARY The results support that the randomization of diuretic regimens guided by a second-generation personalized AI algorithm improves the response to diuretic therapy. Prospective controlled studies are needed to confirm these findings.
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- Ram Gelman
- Departments of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Cardiology, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Oberon Sciences and Area 9 Innovation, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Oberon Sciences and Area 9 Innovation, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Departments of Cardiology, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Departments of Cardiology, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel
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- Oberon Sciences and Area 9 Innovation, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA, USA
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- Departments of Medicine, Hadassah Medical Center, and Faculty of Medicine, Hebrew University, Jerusalem, Israel.
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Ilan Y. Department of Medicine 2040: Implementing a Constrained Disorder Principle-Based Second-Generation Artificial Intelligence System for Improved Patient Outcomes in the Department of Internal Medicine. Inquiry 2023; 60:469580231221285. [PMID: 38142419 PMCID: PMC10749528 DOI: 10.1177/00469580231221285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Revised: 11/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023]
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Internal medicine departments must adapt their structures and methods of operation to accommodate changing healthcare systems. The present paper discusses some challenges departments of medicine face as healthcare providers and consumers continue to change. A co-pilot model is described in this article for augmenting physicians rather than replacing them. The paper presents the co-pilot models to improve diagnoses, treatments, and monitoring. Personalized variability patterns based on the constrained-disorder principle (CDP) are described to assess chronic therapies' effectiveness in improving patient outcomes. Based on CDP-based enhanced digital twins, this paper presents personalized treatments and follow-ups that improve diagnosis accuracy and therapy outcomes. While maintaining their professional values, departments of internal medicine must respond proactively to the needs of patients and healthcare systems. To meet the needs of patients and healthcare systems, they must strive for medical professionalism and adapt to the dynamic environment.
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- Yaron Ilan
- Hebrew University and Hadassah Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel
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